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1. Modifying the devices operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss These actions are violations of your Samsung license agreement and will void your warranty Basics Instructional icons AN Warning situations that could cause injury to yourself or others O Caution situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment a Notice notes usage tips or additional information Package contents Check the product box for the following items Device Battery Quick start guide a The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on the region or service provider The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible with other devices Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase Use only Samsung approved accessories Using unapproved accessories may cause the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on manufacturing companies For more information about available accessories refer to the Samsung website Basics Device layout Speaker Flash D T Front camera XN Proximity Light sensor Touch
2. Moving and removing an item Tap and hold an item on the Home screen and then drag itto a new location To move the item to another panel drag it to the side of the screen You can also move frequently used apps to the shortcuts area at the bottom of the Home screen To remove an item tap and hold the item Then drag it to Remove at the top of the screen 23 Basics Creating folders 1 On the Home screen tap and hold an app and then drag it over another app 2 Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps A new folder containing the selected apps will be created 3 Enter a folder name To change the folder color tap To add more apps to the folder tap and hold another app and then drag it to the folder Managing panels On the Home screen tap and hold an empty area to add move or remove a panel To add a panel swipe to the left and then tap To move a panel tap and hold a panel preview and then drag it to a new location To remove a panel tap and hold a panel preview and then drag it to Remove at the top of the screen To set a panel as the main Home screen tap 24 Basics Apps screen The Apps screen displays icons for all apps including newly installed apps On the Home screen tap Apps to open the Apps screen To view other panels swipe to the left or right or select a screen indicator at the bottom of the screen Moving items a This feature may not be availab
3. Notifications on lock screen Set whether or not to show the content of notifications on the locked screen App notifications Change the notification settings for each app 73 Settings Display Change the display settings On the Settings screen tap Display Brightness Adjust the brightness of the display Outdoor mode Activate outdoor mode to make the display easier to see in bright conditions Font Change the font size and type Screen timeout Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display s backlight Daydream Set the device to launch a screensaver when the device is charging or connected to a desktop dock Applications Manage the device s apps and change their settings On the Settings screen tap Applications Application manager View and manage the apps on your device e Default applications Select a default settings for using apps Wallpaper Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen On the Settings screen tap Wallpaper Themes Apply various themes to the device to change the visual elements of the Home screen locked screen and icons On the Settings screen tap Themes To download more themes tap Theme Store 74 Settings Lock screen and security Change the settings for securing the device and the SIM or USIM card On the Settings screen tap Lock screen and security a The available options may vary
4. 2 Tap and select a storage location 3 Enter contact information Add an image Add or delete a contact field A Tap SAVE To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad open the Apps screen and tap Phone If the keypad does not appear on the screen tap to open the keypad Enter the number and tap Add to Contacts To add a phone number to the contacts list from received calls or messages open the Apps screen and tap Phone LOG a contact CREATE CONTACT Importing contacts Import contacts from storage services to your device On the Apps screen tap Contacts gt MORE Settings Import Export contacts IMPORT and select an import option 41 Applications Searching for contacts On the Apps screen tap Contacts Use one of the following search methods Scroll up or down the contacts list Tap the search field at the top of the contacts list and enter search criteria Once a contact is selected take one of the following actions ww Add to favorite contacts fx Make a voice or video call e Compose a message E Compose an email Messages Introduction Send and view messages by conversation Sending messages a You may incur additional charges for sending messages when you are roaming 1 Tap Messages on the Apps screen 2 Tap 42 Applications 3 Add recipients and enter a message Single SIM models Access addit
5. for more information On the Settings screen tap SIM card manager e Voice call Select a SIM or USIM card for voice calls Data service network Select a SIM or USIM card for data service Dual SIM always on Set the device to allow incoming calls from the other SIM or USIM card during a call When this feature is enabled you may incur additional charges for call forwarding depending on the region or service provider 71 Settings Mobile networks Configure your mobile network settings On the Settings screen tap Mobile networks Data roaming Set the device to use data connections when you are roaming Access Point Names Set up access point names APNs Network mode single SIM models Select a network type Network mode SIM 1 Network mode SIM 2 dual SIM models Select a network type Network operators Search for available networks and manually register a network More connection settings Options Customize settings to control other features On the Settings screen tap More connection settings Printing Configure settings for printer plug ins installed on the device You can search for available printers or add one manually to print files Refer to Printing for more information e VPN Set up and connect to virtual private networks VPNs Default messaging app Select the default app to use for messaging Printing Configure settings for printer plug ins installed on the device You can connect the device
6. If the date already has saved events or tasks in it tap the date and tap Enter event details Enter a title O Set a start and end date for the J event oem Select a calendar to use or sync Set an alarm u with un ee Enter the location of the event Add more details 5 K Tap SAVE to save the event 56 Applications Creating tasks 1 Tap S Planner on the Apps screen 2 Tap W Tasks 3 Enter task details and tap TODAY or TOMORROW to set a due date To add more details tap Z 4 Tap SAVE to save the task Syncing events and tasks with your accounts On the Apps screen tap Settings Accounts select an account service and then tap the Sync Calendar switch to sync events and tasks with the account To add accounts to sync with open the Apps screen and tap S Planner MORE Manage calendars Add account Then select an account to sync with and sign in When an account is added a green circle is displayed next to the account name 3 7 Applications Video Watch videos stored in the device and customize playback settings Tap Video on the Apps screen Select a video to play Access additional options Pause and resume Rewind or playback fast forward by dragging the bar Change screen ratio Adjust the volume Skip to the previous Skip to the next video Tap and hold video Tap and hold to rewind to fast forward 58 Application
7. Removing the battery 1 Remove the back cover 2 Pull out the battery Basics Charging the battery Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended periods Use only Samsung approved chargers batteries and cables Unapproved chargers or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device 1 Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor and then plug the end of the USB cable into the multipurpose jack Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty 2 Plug the USB power adaptor into an electric socket Basics 3 After fully charging disconnect the device from the charger First unplug the charger from the device and then unplug it from the electric socket a To save energy unplug the charger when not in use The charger does not have a power switch so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in use to avoid wasting power The charger should remain close to the electric socket and easily accessible while charging Viewing the remaining charging time While charging open the Home screen and tap Apps Settings Battery The actual charging time may vary depending on the status of your device and the charging conditions The remaining charging time may not be displayed when you charge the device in very cold or very hot conditions Reducing the batt
8. depending on the screen lock method selected Screen lock type Change the screen lock method Show information Change settings for the items displayed on the locked screen Unlock effect Select an effect that you see when you unlock the screen Device security Check the device s security status and scan the device for malware Find My Mobile Activate or deactivate the Find My Mobile feature This feature can help you locate your device if it is lost or stolen You can also access the Find my mobile website findmymobile samsung com to track and control your lost or stolen device Unknown sources Set the device to allow the installation of apps from unknown sources e Other security settings Configure additional security settings Privacy Change the settings for maintaining your privacy On the Settings screen tap Privacy Location Change settings for location information permissions Report diagnostic info Set the device to automatically send the device s diagnostic and usage information to Samsung 75 Settings Easy mode Easy mode provides an easier user experience by using a simpler layout and bigger icons on the Home screen Switching to easy mode 1 On the Settings screen tap Easy mode Easy mode Tap DONE Returning to standard mode Swipe to the left on the Home screen and tap Settings Easy mode Standard mode DONE Managing shortcuts To add a shortcut to an app to the Home screen
9. it Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorized personnel in areas where the use of wireless devices is restricted such as airplanes and hospitals Basics Touchscreen N Do not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscreen to malfunction To avoid damaging the touchscreen do not tap it with anything sharp or apply excessive pressure to it with your fingertips D The device may not recognize touch inputs close to the edges of the screen which are outside of the touch input area Leaving the touchscreen idle for extended periods may result in afterimages screen burn in or ghosting Turn off the touchscreen when you do not use the device It is recommended to use fingers when you use the touchscreen Tapping To open an app to select a menu item to press an on screen button or to enter a character using the keyboard on the screen tap it with your finger Tapping and holding Tap and hold an item or the screen for more than 2 seconds to access available options Basics Dragging To move an item tap and hold it and drag it to the target position Double tapping Double tap on a webpage or image to zoom in Double tap again to return 20 Basics Swiping Swipe to the left or right on the Home screen or the Apps screen to view other panels Swipe upwards or downwards to scroll through a webpage or a list o
10. many cities around the world time an event or set a specific duration Alarm On the Apps screen tap Clock Alarm Setting alarms Tap ADD in the alarms list set an alarm time select the days on which the alarm will repeat set other various alarm options and then tap SAVE To open the keypad to enter an alarm time tap KEYPAD To activate or deactivate alarms tap the clock icon next to the alarm in the alarms list Stopping alarms Tap DISMISS to stop an alarm If you have previously enabled the snooze option tap SNOOZE to repeat the alarm after a specified length of time Deleting alarms Tap X on an alarm in the list of alarms World clock On the Apps screen tap Clock World clock Creating clocks Tap ADD and enter a city name or select a city from the cities list Deleting clocks Tap and hold a clock and then tap DELETE 61 Applications Stopwatch 1 On the Apps screen tap Clock Stopwatch 2 Tap START to time an event To record lap times while timing an event tap LAP 3 Tap STOP to stop timing To restart the timing tap RESUME To clear lap times tap RESET Timer 1 On the Apps screen tap Clock Timer 2 Set the duration and then tap START To open the keypad to enter the duration tap KEYPAD 3 Tap DISMISS when the timer goes off Calculator Perform simple or complex calculations Tap Calculator on the Apps screen Rotate the device to landscape orientation to d
11. screen tap Current mode Preview thumbnail Hide or show the setting icons Record a video Quick settings s m am i Takea photo Switch between the front and rear Camera settings cameras Shooting modes 46 Applications On the preview screen swipe to the right to access the list of shooting modes Or swipe to the left to view photos and videos you have captured a The preview screen may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used The camera automatically shuts off when unused Make sure that the lens is clean Otherwise the device may not work properly in some modes that require high resolutions The front camera features a wide angle lens Minor distortion may occur in wide angle photos and does not indicate device performance problems The maximum recording time may reduce when you record video at high resolution Launching Camera on the locked screen To quickly take photos launch Camera on the locked screen On the locked screen drag outside the large circle a e This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider Some camera features are not available when you launch Camera from the locked screen while the security features are activated Launching Camera quickly Press the Home key twice quickly to launch Camera Camera always launches in auto mode Some camera features are not available when you launch Camera from
12. the locked screen or when the screen is turned off while the security features are activated Auto mode Auto mode allows the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode for the photo On the preview screen tap MODE Auto 47 Applications Pro mode Take photos while manually adjusting various shooting options such as exposure value and ISO value On the preview screen tap MODE Pro Select options and customize the settings and then tap to take a photo e WB Select an appropriate white balance so images have a true to life color range ISO Select an ISO value This controls camera light sensitivity Low values are for stationary or brightly lit objects Higher values are for fast moving or poorly lit objects However higher ISO settings can result in noise in photos e Change the exposure value This determines how much light the camera s sensor receives For low light situations use a higher exposure Panorama Take a series of photos horizontally or vertically and then stitch them together to create a wide scene On the preview screen tap MODE Panorama To get the best shots using panorama mode follow these tips Move the camera slowly in one direction Keep the image within the frame on the camera s viewfinder e Avoid taking photos of indistinct backgrounds such as an empty sky or a plain wall Continuous shot Take a series of photos of moving subjects On the prev
13. to a printer via Wi Fi or Wi Fi Direct and print images or documents a Some printers may not be compatible with the device 72 Settings Adding printer plug ins Add printer plug ins for printers you want to connect the device to 1 2 3 4 On the Settings screen tap More connection settings Printing Download plug in Search for a printer plug in in Play Store Select a printer plug in and install it Select a printer plug in and tap the switch to activate it The device searches for printers that are connected to the same Wi Fi network as your device To add printers manually tap MORE Add printer ADD PRINTER To change print settings tap MORE Printing settings Printing content While viewing content such as images or documents tap Share gt Print w All printers and then select a printer Sounds and notifications Change settings for various sounds on the device On the Settings screen tap Sounds and notifications Sound mode Set the device to use sound mode or silent mode Volume Adjust the volume level for call ringtones music and videos system sounds and notifications Ringtones and sounds Change the ringtone and system sound settings Vibrations Change the vibration settings Sound quality and effects Configure additional sound settings Do not disturb Set the device to mute incoming call and notification sounds except for allowed exceptions
14. viewfinder window a e Make sure to keep the white frame inside the viewfinder window The subjects should remain still while taking wide self portraits The resolution of a photo may be affected by lighting conditions The top and bottom parts of the image displayed on the preview screen may be cut out of the photo depending on the shooting conditions Interval shot Take series of self portraits at an interval and save photos you want 1 On the preview screen tap to switch to the front camera for self portraits 2 Tap MODE Interval shot 3 When the device detects your face tap the screen to take a photo of yourself The device will take four photos at the two second intervals To take a photo using your palm tap LT and tap the Gesture control switch to activate it Show your palm to the front camera After recognizing your palm the device will take a photo after two seconds A Tick photos you want to save and tap SAVE 50 Applications Sound amp shot Take a photo with sound The device identifies the photos with in Gallery On the preview screen tap MODE Sound amp shot Sports Take a photo of fast moving subjects On the preview screen tap MODE Sports Camera settings Quick settings On the preview screen use the following quick settings The available options may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used gt ie Select a filter effect to use when taking p
15. Media Transfer Protocol MTP or not have any appropriate driver installed 3 Transfer files between your device and the computer Updating the device The device can be updated to the latest software Updating over the air The device can be directly updated to the latest software by the firmware over the air FOTA service On the Apps screen tap Settings About device Software update Update now To automatically check for available updates tap the Auto update switch to activate it To download updates only when a Wi Fi connection is activated tap the Wi Fi only switch to activate it 34 Basics Updating with Smart Switch Connect the device to a computer and update the device to the latest software 1 On the computer visit www samsung com smartswitch to download and install Smart Switch NO On the computer launch Smart Switch GO Connect the device to the computer using a USB cable iN If a software update is available follow the on screen instructions to update the device N Do not turn off the computer or disconnect the USB cable while the device is updating While updating the device do not connect other media devices to the computer Doing so may interfere with the update process Before updating disconnect all other media devices from the computer Backing up and restoring data Keep your personal information app data and settings safe on your device You can back up your sens
16. SAMSUNG SM J500M DS SM J500M User Manual English LTN 08 2015 Rev 1 1 www samsung com Table of Contents Basics 4 Read me first 5 Package contents 6 Device layout 8 Battery 13 SIM or USIM card 17 Memory card 18 Turning the device on and off 19 Touchscreen 22 Home screen 27 Lock screen 28 Notification panel 30 Entering text 32 Screen capture 32 Opening apps 32 Device and data management Applications 36 Installing or uninstalling apps 37 Phone 41 Contacts 42 Messages 44 nternet 45 Email 46 Camera 52 Gallery 54 Smart Manager 56 SPlanner 58 Video 59 Voice Recorder 60 My Files 60 Memo 61 Clock 62 Calculator 63 Radio 64 Google apps Settings 66 Introduction 66 Wi Fi 68 Bluetooth 69 Airplane mode 70 Mobile hotspot and tethering 71 Data usage 71 SIM card manager dual SIM models 72 Mobile networks 72 Maore connection settings 73 Sounds and notifications 74 Display 74 Applications 74 Wallpaper Table of Contents 74 Themes 75 Lock screen and security 75 Privacy 76 Easy mode 76 Accessibility 77 Accounts 78 Backup and reset 78 Language and input 79 Battery 79 Storage 79 Accessories 80 Date and time 80 User manual 80 About device Appendix 81 Troubleshooting Basics Read me first Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use Descriptions are based on the devices default settings Some content may differ
17. all Access additional options Add the number to the contacts list Preview the phone number 00000000000 Delete a preceding character 1 2 3 4 5 6 T 8 9 x O Bi ii Hide the keypad gt Dual SIM models Tap or amp to make a voice call or tap SS to make a video call Access additional options Add the number to the contacts list Preview the phone number 00000000000 Delete a preceding character 2 3 A 5 6 H 8 9 x O ox 5 Hide the keypad 38 Applications Making calls from the locked screen On the locked screen drag outside the large circle Making calls from call logs or contacts list Tap LOG or CONTACTS and then swipe to the right on a contact or a phone number to make a Call Making an international call 1 Tap to open the keypad if the keypad does not appear on the screen 2 Tap and hold 0 until the sign appears 3 gt Single SIM models Enter the country code area code and phone number and then tap gt Dual SIM models Enter the country code area code and phone number and then tap Vor Receiving calls Answering a call When a call comes in drag outside the large circle Rejecting a call When a call comes in drag outside the large circle To send a message when rejecting an incoming call drag the reject message bar upwards To create various rejection messages open the Apps screen and
18. battery life Storage View memory information for your device On the Settings screen tap Storage The actual available capacity of the internal memory is less than the specified Capacity because the operating system and default apps occupy part of the memory The available capacity may change when you update the device Accessories Change the accessory settings On the Settings screen tap Accessories Automatic unlock Set the device to unlock automatically when the cover is flipped open You can use this feature only for some screen lock methods 79 Settings Date and time Access and alter the following settings to control how the device displays the time and date On the Settings screen tap Date and time a If the battery remains fully discharged or removed from the device the time and date is reset Automatic date and time Automatically update the time and date when moving across time zones Automatic time zone Set the device to receive time zone information from the network when you move across time zones Set date Set the current date manually Set time Set the current time manually Select time zone Set the home time zone Use 24 hour format Display time in 24 hour format User manual View help information to learn how to use the device and apps or configure important settings On the Settings screen tap User manual About device Access device information edit the device name or u
19. ce 3 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the account setup To sync content with your accounts select an account and select items to sync Registering Samsung accounts You need a Samsung account when using some Samsung apps Register your Samsung account to the device to conveniently use Samsung services 1 On the Settings screen tap Accounts Add account 2 Tap Samsung account 3 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the account setup Once your Samsung account has been registered you can use apps requiring your Samsung account without the sign in procedure 71 Settings Removing accounts On the Settings screen tap Accounts select an account name select the account to remove and then tap MORE Remove account Backup and reset Change the settings for managing settings and data On the Settings screen tap Backup and reset Backup account Set up or edit your Google backup account Back up my data Back up your personal information and app data to the Google server You can also set the device to automatically back up data Automatic restore Set the device to automatically restore settings and app data from the Google server when apps are reinstalled Factory data reset Reset settings to the factory default values and delete all data Language and input Change the settings for text input Some options may not be available depending on the selected language On the Settings screen
20. ch as messages or missed calls indicator icons appear on the status bar To see more information about the icons open the notification panel and view the details To open the notification panel drag the status bar downwards To close the notification panel Swipe upwards on the screen 28 Basics You can use the following functions on the notification panel gt Single SIM models Rearrange quick setting buttons it Adjust the brightness x m _e a Tap a notification and perform u various actions Launch Settings Maximise brightness for better visibility in bright conditions Clear all notifications gt Dual SIM models Rearrange quick setting buttons Launch Settings Adjust the brightness Select a SIM or USIM card Tap a notification and perform yl various actions Maximise brightness for better visibility in bright conditions Clear all notifications Using quick setting buttons Tap quick setting buttons to activate some features Swipe to the left or right on the buttons area to view more buttons To view more detailed settings tap and hold a button To rearrange buttons tap EDIT tap and hold a button and then drag it to another location 29 Basics Entering text Keyboard layout A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages create memos and more Text entry is not supported in some languages To enter text you mus
21. e switch to activate it 2 Tap Wi Fi Direct The detected devices are listed If the device you want to connect to is not in the list request that the device turns on its Wi Fi Direct feature 3 Select a device to connect to The devices will be connected when the other device accepts the Wi Fi Direct connections request Sending and receiving data You can share data such as contacts or media files with other devices The following actions are an example of sending an image to another device 1 Tap Gallery on the Apps screen 2 Select an image 3 Tap Share Wi Fi Direct select a device to transfer the image to and then tap SHARE 4 Accept the Wi Fi Direct connection request on the other device If the devices are already connected the image will be sent to the other device without the connection request procedure Ending the device connection 1 Tap Wi Fi on the Settings screen 2 Tap Wi Fi Direct The device displays the connected devices in the list 3 Tap the device name to disconnect the devices 67 Settings Bluetooth Introduction Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth enabled devices a Samsung is not responsible for the loss interception or misuse of data sent or received via Bluetooth Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and properly secured If there are obstacles between the devices the operating distance may be red
22. e turning on the device The battery may not be inserted properly Insert the battery again e Wipe both gold colored contacts and insert the battery again 81 Appendix The touchscreen responds slowly or improperly If you attach a protective cover or optional accessories to the touchscreen the touchscreen may not function properly If you are wearing gloves if your hands are not clean while touching the touchscreen or if you tap the screen with sharp objects or your fingertips the touchscreen may malfunction The touchscreen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water Restart your device to clear any temporary software bugs Ensure that your device software is updated to the latest version If the touchscreen is scratched or damaged visit a Samsung Service Center Your device freezes or has fatal errors If your device freezes or hangs you may need to close apps or turn off the device and turn it on again If your device is frozen and unresponsive press and hold the Power key and the Volume key down simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it If this does not solve the problem perform a factory data reset On the Apps screen tap Settings Backup and reset Factory data reset RESET DEVICE DELETE ALL Before performing the factory data reset remember to make backup copies of all important data stored in the device If the problem is still not resolved contact a Samsung Service C
23. ed Setup Wi Fi Direct Wi Fi CERTIFIED and the Wi Fi logo are registered trademarks of the Wi Fi Alliance All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners
24. emoving the memory card first unmount it for safe removal On the Home screen tap Apps Settings Storage Unmount SD card 1 Remove the back cover and battery 2 Pull out the memory card 3 Replace the battery and back cover N Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing information Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the memory card or device Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the misuse of damaged memory cards including the loss of data Formatting the memory card A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device Format the memory card on the device On the Home screen tap Apps Settings Storage Format SD card FORMAT SD CARD DELETE ALL Before formatting the memory card remember to make backup copies of all important data stored in the memory card The manufacturers warranty does not cover loss of data resulting from user actions Turning the device on and off Press and hold the Power key for a few seconds to turn on the device When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset follow the on screen instructions to set up your device To turn off the device press and hold the Power key and then tap Power off a If your device is frozen and unresponsive press and hold the Power key and the Volume key down simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart
25. enter Calls are not connected Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone number you are dialling Ensure that you have not set call barring for the incoming phone number Others cannot hear you speaking on a call Ensure that you are not covering the built in microphone Ensure that the microphone is close to your mouth If using a headset ensure that it is properly connected 82 Appendix Sound echoes during a call Adjust the volume by pressing the Volume key or move to another area A cellular network or the Internet is often disconnected or audio quality is poor Ensure that you are not blocking the devices internal antenna e When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception you may lose reception You may have connectivity problems due to issues with the service provider s base station Move to another area and try again e When using the device while moving wireless network services may be disabled due to issues with the service provider s network The battery icon is empty Your battery is low Charge the battery The battery does not charge properly For Samsung approved chargers Ensure that the charger is connected properly If the battery terminals are dirty the battery may not charge properly or the device may turn off Wipe both gold colored contacts and try charging the battery again The battery depletes faster than when
26. er the email address and password and then tap NEXT To manually register a company email account tap MANUAL SETUP 3 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the setup To set up another email account tap MORE Settings Add account If you have more than one email account you can set one as the default account Tap MORE Settings gt MORE Set default account Sending emails 1 Tap to compose an email 2 Add recipients and enter an email text 3 Tap SEND to send the mail Reading emails On the emails list tap an email to read 45 Applications Camera Introduction Take photos and record videos using various modes and settings Basic shooting You can take photos or record videos View your photos and videos in Gallery Tap Camera on the Apps screen Camera etiquette Do not take photos or record videos of other people without their permission Do not take photos or record videos where legally prohibited Do not take photos or record videos in places where you may violate other peoples privacy Taking photos or recording videos 1 Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus 2 Tap to take a photo or tap to record a video Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in and pinch to zoom out To capture an image from the video while recording tap Capture To change the focus while recording a video tap where you want to focus To focus on the center of the
27. ery consumption Your device provides various options that help you conserve battery power e Optimize the device using the Smart manager e When you are not using the device switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power key e Activate power saving mode e Close unnecessary apps Deactivate the Bluetooth feature when not in use Deactivate the Wi Fi feature when not in use Deactivate auto syncing of apps Decrease the backlight time Decrease the screen brightness Basics Battery charging tips and precautions e When the battery power is low the battery icon appears empty Ifthe battery is completely discharged the device cannot be turned on immediately when the charger is connected Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes before turning on the device e If you use multiple apps at once network apps or apps that need a connection to another device the battery will drain quickly To avoid disconnecting from the network or losing power during a data transfer always use these apps after fully charging the battery Using a power source other than the USB power adaptor such as a computer may result in a slower charging speed due to a lower electric current e The device can be used while it is charging but it may take longer to fully charge the battery If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging the touchscreen may not function If this happens unplug the charger from the device e While chargi
28. etwork and business apps You may require a Google account to access some apps Refer to Accounts for more information To view more app information access each app s help menu Some apps may not be available or may be labelled differently depending on the region or service provider Chrome Search for information and browse webpages Gmail Send or receive emails via the Google Mail service Google Share your news and follow updates that your family friends and others share You can also back up your photos and videos and more Maps Find your location on the map search for locations and view location information for various places Play Music Discover listen to and share music on your device Play Movies amp TV Watch videos stored on your device and download various content to watch from Play Store Play Books Download various books from Play Store and read them 64 Applications Play Newsstand Read news and magazines that interest you in one convenient location Play Games Download games from Play Store and play them with others Drive Store your content on the cloud access it from anywhere and share it with others YouTube Watch or create videos and share them with others Photos Manage photos albums and videos that you have saved on the device and uploaded to Google Hangouts Chat with your friends individually or in groups and use images emoticons and video call
29. evice Press and hold the Home key and the Power key simultaneously You can view captured images in Gallery D It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps and features Opening apps On the Home screen or the Apps screen select an app icon to open it To open an app from the list of recently used apps tap Eland select a recent app window Closing an app Tap Eland drag a recent app window to the left or right to close it To close all running apps tap CLOSE ALL Device and data management Transferring data from your previous device You can transfer data from a previous device to your new device via Samsung Smart Switch The following versions of Samsung Smart Switch are available e Mobile version Transfer data between mobile devices You can download the app from Galaxy Apps or Play Store e Computer version Transfer data between your device and a computer You can download the app from www samsung com smartswitch a e Samsung Smart Switch is not supported on some devices or computers e Limitations apply Visit www samsung com smartswitch for details Samsung takes copyright seriously Only transfer content that you own or have the right to transfer 32 Basics Transferring data from a mobile device Transfer data from your previous device to your new device Download and install Smart Switch from Galaxy Apps or Play Store Launch Smart Switch and follow the on screen instructions to tra
30. f items such as contacts Spreading and pinching Spread two fingers apart on a webpage map or image to zoom in a part Pinch to zoom out 21 Basics Home screen Home screen The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the devices features It displays widgets shortcuts to apps and more To view other panels swipe to the left or right or tap one of the screen indicators at the bottom of the screen A widget An app A folder Favourite apps Apps screen icon 22 Basics Home screen options On the Home screen tap and hold an empty area or pinch your fingers together to access the available options Customize the Home screen by adding deleting or rearranging Home screen panels You can also set the Home screen wallpaper add widgets to the Home screen and more Wallpapers Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen Widgets Add widgets to the Home screen Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide information and convenient access on your Home screen Themes Change the devices theme Visual elements of interface such as colors icons and wallpapers will change depending on the selected theme Adding items Tap and hold an app or a folder from the Apps screen and then drag itto the Home screen To add widgets tap and hold an empty area on the Home screen tap Widgets tap and hold a widget and then drag itto the Home screen
31. first purchased When you expose the device or the battery to very cold or very hot temperatures the useful charge may be reduced Battery consumption increases when you use messaging features or some apps such as games or the Internet e The battery is consumable and the useful charge will get shorter over time Your device is hot to the touch When you use apps that require more power or use apps on your device for an extended period of time your device may feel hot to the touch This is normal and should not affect your device s lifespan or performance 83 Appendix Error messages appear when launching the camera Your device must have sufficient available memory and battery power to operate the camera app If you receive error messages when launching the camera try the following Charge the battery Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device Restart the device If you are still having trouble with the camera app after trying these tips contact a Samsung Service Center Photo quality is poorer than the preview e The quality of your photos may vary depending on the surroundings and the photography techniques you use If you take photos in dark areas at night or indoors image noise may occur or images may be out of focus Error messages appear when opening multimedia files If you receive error messages or multimedia files do not play when you open them on your device try t
32. from your device depending on the region service provider model specifications or devices software Content high quality content that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the overall performance of the device Apps related to the content may not work properly depending on the devices specifications and the environment that it is used in Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other than Samsung Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited registry settings or modified operating system software Attempting to customize the operating system may cause the device or apps to work improperly Software sound sources wallpapers images and other media provided with this device are licensed for limited use Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other purposes is an infringement of copyright laws Users are entirely responsible for illegal use of media You may incur additional charges for data services such as messaging uploading and downloading auto syncing or using location services depending on your data plan For large data transfers it is recommended to use the Wi Fi feature Default apps that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be supported without prior notice If you have questions about an app provided with the device contact a Samsung Service Center For user installed apps contact service providers
33. h other devices 1 On the Settings screen tap Mobile hotspot and tethering Mobile Hotspot 2 Tap the switch to activate it The amp icon appears on the status bar Other devices can find your device in the Wi Fi networks list To set a password for the mobile hotspot tap MORE Configure Mobile Hotspot and select the level of security Then enter a password and tap SAVE 3 On the other device s screen search for and select your device from the Wi Fi networks list 4 On the connected device use the devices mobile data connection to access the Internet 70 Settings Data usage Keep track of your data usage amount and customize the settings for the limitation On the Settings screen tap Data usage e Mobile data Set the device to use data connections on any mobile network Set mobile data limit Set a limit for mobile data usage To change the monthly reset date for the monitoring period tap w Change cycle Limiting data usage 1 On the Settings screen tap Data usage and tap the Set mobile data limit switch to activate it 2 Drag the limit adjustment bar upwards or downwards to set the limit 3 Drag the warning adjustment bar upwards or downwards to set a data usage alert level The device will alert you when the warning level is reached SIM card manager dual SIM models Activate your SIM or USIM cards and customize the SIM card settings Refer to Using dual SIM or USIM cards dual SIM models
34. he following Free some memory by transferring files to a computer or deleting files from your device Ensure that the music file is not Digital Rights Management DRM protected If the file is DRM protected ensure that you have the appropriate license or key to play the file Ensure that the file formats are supported by the device If a file format is not supported such as DivX or AC3 install an app that supports it To confirm the file formats that your device supports visit www samsung com e Your device supports photos and videos captured with the device Photos and videos captured by other devices may not work properly e Your device supports multimedia files that are authorized by your network service provider or providers of additional services Some content circulated on the Internet such as ringtones videos or wallpapers may not work properly 84 Appendix Another Bluetooth device is not located Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on your device Ensure that the Bluetooth wireless feature is activated on the device you wish to connect to Ensure that your device and the other Bluetooth device are within the maximum Bluetooth range 10 m If the tips above do not solve the problem contact a Samsung Service Center A connection is not established when you connect the device to a computer Ensure that the USB cable you are using is compatible with your device Ensure that you have the prope
35. hen you upload them to the Internet To avoid this deactivate the location tag setting Review pictures Set the device to show photos after capturing them Quick launch Set the device to launch the camera by pressing the Home key twice quickly Storage location Select the memory location for storage Volume keys function Set the device to use the Volume key to control the shutter or zoom function Reset settings Reset the camera settings Gallery Introduction View and manage photos and videos stored in the device Viewing images or videos 1 Tap Gallery on the Apps screen 52 Applications 2 Select an image or a video Video files show the icon on the preview thumbnail To play a video tap Move to the previous screen More options Modify the image Share the image with others Delete the image To hide or show the menus tap the screen Deleting images or videos Deleting an image or a video Select an image or a video and tap Delete at the bottom of the screen Deleting multiple images and videos 1 On the Gallery main screen tap and hold an image or a video to delete 2 Tick the images or videos to delete 3 Tap DELETE 53 Applications Smart Manager Introduction The Smart manager provides an overview of the status of your devices battery storage RAM and system security You can also automatically optimize the device with one tap of your finger Using the quick optimiza
36. hotos or recording videos e 5 Adjust the slide bar to take a photo with lightened faces for gentler images X Select the length of the delay before the camera automatically takes a photo e X Activate or deactivate the flash Do not use the flash close to your eyes Using a flash close to the eyes may cause temporary loss of vision or damage to the eyes Camera settings On the preview screen tap Xf The available options may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera is being used e Picture size rear Picture size front Select a resolution for photos Using a higher resolution will result in higher quality photos but they will take up more memory e Video size rear Video size front Select a resolution for videos Using a higher resolution will result in higher quality videos but they will take up more memory 51 Applications Gesture control Set the device to detect your palm so you can use it to take self portraits Save pictures as previewed Invert the image to create a mirror image of the original scene when taking photos with the front camera Grid lines Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects Location tags Attach a GPS location tag to the photo a e GPS signal strength may decrease in locations where the signal is obstructed such as between buildings or in low lying areas or in poor weather conditions Your location may appear on your photos w
37. iew screen tap MODE Continuous shot Tap and hold e to take several photos continuously 48 Applications Beauty face Take a photo with lightened faces for gentler images On the preview screen tap MODE Beauty face Selfie Take self portraits with the front camera 1 2 3 4 On the preview screen tap to switch to the front camera for self portraits Tap MODE Selfie Face the front camera lens When the device detects your face tap the screen to take a photo of yourself To take a photo using your palm tap LT and tap the Gesture control switch to activate it Show your palm to the front camera After recognizing your palm the device will take a photo after two seconds Wide selfie Take a wide self portrait to include more people in the photo and avoid leaving people out 1 2 3 4 On the preview screen tap to switch to the front camera for self portraits Tap MODE Wide selfie Face the front camera lens When the device detects your face tap the screen to take a photo of yourself To take a photo using your palm tap LT and tap the Gesture control switch to activate it Show your palm to the front camera After recognizing your palm the device will take a photo after two seconds 49 Applications D Slowly swivel the device left and then right or vice versa to take a wide self portrait The device will take additional photos when the white frame moves to each end of the
38. ional options Enter recipients A L Select contacts from the contacts list Enter a message Attach files 2 L Send the message gt Dual SIM models Access additional options Enter recipients D L Select contacts from the contacts list Enter a message i Attach files K m Send the message 4 gt Single SIM models Tap SEND to send the message gt Dual SIM models Tap Ei or EGA to send the message Viewing messages Messages are grouped into message threads by contact a You may incur additional charges for receiving messages when you are roaming 1 Tap Messages on the Apps screen 2 On the messages list select a contact 3 View your conversation 43 Applications Internet Browse the Internet to search for information and bookmark your favorite webpages to access them conveniently 1 Tap Internet on the Apps screen 2 Tap the address field 3 Enter the web address or a keyword and then tap Go To view the toolbars drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen Access additional options Refresh the current webpage Open the homepage View your bookmarks saved webpages and recent history Move to the previously visited ee A A Ne Open the browser s tab page Manager 44 Applications Email Setting up email accounts Set up an email account when opening Email for the first time 1 Tap Email on the Apps screen 2 Ent
39. isplay the scientific calculator If Screen rotation is disabled open the notification panel and tap Screen rotation to activate it To see the calculation history tap HISTORY To close the calculation history panel tap KEYPAD To clear the history tap HISTORY CLEAR HISTORY 62 Applications Radio Listening to the FM radio Tap Radio on the Apps screen Before you use this app you must connect a headset which serves as the radio antenna The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically when running for the first time Tap to turn on the FM radio Select the radio station you want from the stations list and tap lt to return to the FM radio screen Scan and save available stations automatically Record a song from the FM radio O Access additional options Add the current radio station to Enter radio station frequency the favorites list manually Fine tune the frequency m a a a a UTR 86 8p 92 95 98 101 104 107 110 f Turn the FM radio on or off E a View the list of available stations L Search for an available radio nn Station Scanning radio stations Tap Radio on the Apps screen Tap SCAN and then select a scan option The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically Select the radio station you want from the stations list and tap to return to the FM radio screen 63 Applications Google apps Google provides entertainment social n
40. itive information to a backup account and access it later You must sign in to your Google account to back up or restore data Refer to Accounts for more information On the Apps screen tap Settings Backup and reset and then tap the Back up my data switch to activate it Tap Backup account and select an account as the backup account To restore data using a Google account tap the Automatic restore switch to activate it When you reinstall apps backed up settings and data will be restored Performing a data reset Delete all settings and data on the device Before performing a factory data reset ensure you back up all important data stored on the device Refer to Backing up and restoring data for more information On the Apps screen tap Settings Backup and reset Factory data reset RESET DEVICE DELETE ALL The device automatically restarts 35 Applications Installing or uninstalling apps Galaxy Apps Purchase and download apps You can download apps that are specialized for Samsung Galaxy devices Tap Galaxy Apps on the Apps screen a This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider Installing apps Browse apps by category or tap SEARCH to search for a keyword Select an app to view information about it To download free apps tap INSTALL To purchase and download apps where charges apply tap the price and follow the on screen instructions To change the auto update setting
41. le depending on the region or service provider On the Apps screen tap EDIT Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location To move the item to another panel drag it to the side of the screen Creating folders a This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider 1 On the Apps screen tap EDIT 2 Tap and hold an app and then drag it over another app 3 Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps A new folder containing the selected apps will be created 25 Basics A Enter a folder name To change the folder color tap To add more apps to the folder tap and hold another app and then drag it to the folder Indicator icons Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen The icons listed in the table below are most common The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps To display the status bar drag down from the top of the screen Icon ll atl n B Ral al G yt E yt 3G 4t H yt H yt 4G LTE yt 4t I I ro s L th to wv Meaning No signal Signal strength Currently accessing SIM or USIM card dual SIM models Roaming outside of normal service area GPRS network connected EDGE network connected UMTS network connected HSDPA network connected HSPA network connected LTE network connected LTE enabled models Wi Fi connected Bluetooth feature activated GPS acti
42. ng the device and the charger may heat up This is normal and should not affect the device s lifespan or performance If the battery gets hotter than usual the charger may stop charging e Ifthe device is not charging properly take the device and the charger to a Samsung Service Center Power saving mode Save the battery power by limiting the device s functions On the Home screen tap Apps Settings Battery Power saving mode and then tap the switch to activate it To automatically activate power saving mode when the remaining battery power reaches the preset level tap Start power saving and select an option Basics Ultra power saving mode Use this mode to extend the devices battery power In ultra power saving mode the device performs the following Restricts the available apps to essential and selected apps only Deactivates the mobile data connection when the screen turns off Deactivates the Wi Fi and Bluetooth features On the Home screen tap Apps Settings Battery Ultra power saving mode and then tap the switch to activate it To deactivate ultra power saving mode tap MORE Turn off Ultra power saving mode The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs out Usage time left may vary depending on your device settings and operating conditions SIM or USIM card Installing the SIM or USIM card Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service
43. nsfer data from your previous device Transferring data from a computer Back up data from your previous device to a computer and import the data to your new device 1 On the computer visit www samsung com smartswitch to download Smart Switch 2 On the computer launch Smart Switch a If your previous device is not a Samsung device back up data to a computer using a program provided by the devices manufacturer Then skip to the fifth step 3 Connect your previous device to the computer using the USB cable 4 On the computer follow the on screen instructions to back up data from the device Then disconnect your previous device from the computer D Connect your new device to the computer using the USB cable 6 On the computer follow the on screen instructions to transfer data to your new device 33 Basics Using the device as a removable disk for data transfer Move audio video image or other types of files from the device to the computer or vice versa Do not disconnect the USB cable from the device when you are transferring files Doing so may cause data loss or device damage The devices may not connect properly if they are connected via a USB hub Directly connect the device to the computer s USB port 1 Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable 2 Open the notification panel and then tap Connected as a media device Media device MTP Tap Camera PTP if your computer does not support
44. o activate it Changing the display name and icon of SIM or USIM cards On the Home screen tap Apps Settings SIM card manager Select a SIM or USIM card tap Name or Icon Set a display name and icon for each card Switching between cards When two SIM or USIM cards are activated card selection icons appear on the dashboard of the notification panel Open the notification panel and then select a card Basics Memory card Installing a memory card Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 128 GB Depending on the memory card manufacturer and type some memory cards may not be compatible with your device N Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device Using an incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card or corrupt the data stored in it Use caution to insert the memory card right side up a e The device supports the FAT and the exFAT file systems for memory cards When inserting a card formatted in a different file system the device asks to reformat the memory card Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards When inserting a memory card into the device the memory card s file directory appears in the My Files SD card folder 1 Remove the back cover and battery 2 Insert a memory card with the gold colored contacts facing downwards 3 Replace the battery and back cover Basics Removing the memory card Before r
45. pdate device software On the Settings screen tap About device 80 Appendix Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung Service Center please attempt the following solutions Some situations may not apply to your device When you turn on your device or while you are using the device it prompts you to enter one of the following codes Password When the device lock feature is enabled you must enter the password you set for the device PIN When using the device for the first time or when the PIN requirement is enabled you must enter the PIN supplied with the SIM or USIM card You can disable this feature by using the Lock SIM card menu PUK Your SIM or USIM card is blocked usually as a result of entering your PIN incorrectly several times You must enter the PUK supplied by your service provider PIN2 When you access a menu requiring the PIN2 you must enter the PIN2 supplied with the SIM or USIM card For more information contact your service provider Your device displays network or service error messages e When you are in areas with weak signals or poor reception you may lose reception Move to another area and try again While moving error messages may appear repeatedly You cannot access some options without a subscription For more information contact your service provider Your device does not turn on e When the battery is completely discharged your device will not turn on Fully charge the battery befor
46. provider a Only microSIM cards work with the device Some LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider For more information about service availability contact your service provider 1 Remove the back cover and battery Basics 2 Single SIM models Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold colored contacts facing downwards gt Dual SIM models Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold colored contacts facing downwards Insert the primary SIM or USIM card into SIM card slot 1 and the secondary SIM or USIM card into SIM card slot 2 O Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot If a memory card happens to be lodged in the SIM card slot take the device to a Samsung Service Center to remove the memory card Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards 3 Replace the battery and back cover Basics Removing the SIM or USIM card 1 Remove the back cover and battery 2 Pull out the SIM or USIM card gt Single SIM models gt Dual SIM models Basics Using dual SIM or USIM cards dual SIM models If you insert two SIM or USIM cards you can have two phone numbers or service providers for a single device Activating SIM or USIM cards On the Home screen tap Apps Settings SIM card manager Select a SIM or USIM card and tap the switch t
47. r driver installed and updated on your computer If you are a Windows XP user ensure that you have Windows XP Service Pack 3 or higher installed on your computer Your device cannot find your current location GPS signals may be obstructed in some locations such as indoors Set the device to use Wi Fi or a mobile network to find your current location in these situations Data stored in the device has been lost Always make backup copies of all important data stored in the device Otherwise you cannot restore data if it is corrupted or lost Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored in the device A small gap appears around the outside of the device case e This gap is a necessary manufacturing feature and some minor rocking or vibration of parts may occur Over time friction between parts may cause this gap to expand slightly 85 Copyright Copyright 2015 Samsung Electronics This manual is protected under international copyright laws No part of this manual may be reproduced distributed translated or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or storing in any information storage and retrieval system without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics Trademarks SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc worldwide Wi Fi Wi Fi Protect
48. s Voice Recorder Use this app to record or play voice memos 1 On the Apps screen tap Tools Voice Recorder a This app may not be in the Tools folder on some devices 2 Tap to start recording Speak into the microphone Tap Pause to pause recording Start recording p 3 Tap to finish recording 59 Applications My Files Access and manage various files stored in the device On the Apps screen tap Tools My Files a This app may not be in the Tools folder on some devices e Category View files by category Local storage View files stored in the device STORAGE USAGE View your device s memory information To search for files or folder tap SEARCH Memo Create memos and organize them by category On the Apps screen tap Tools Memo a This app may not be in the Tools folder on some devices Composing memos Tap ZZ on the memos list and enter a memo While composing a memo use the following options e Category Create or set a category Image Insert images e Voice Make a voice recording to insert e Tasks Add tick boxes at the beginning of each row to create a list of tasks To save the memo tap SAVE To edit a memo tap a memo and then tap the content of the memo Searching for memos Tap SEARCH on the memos list and enter a keyword to search for memos that include the keyword 60 Applications Clock Introduction Set alarms check the current time in
49. s tap Settings Auto update apps and then select an option Play Store Purchase and download apps Tap Play Store on the Apps screen Installing apps Browse apps by category or tap the search field to search for a keyword Select an app to view information about it To download free apps tap INSTALL To purchase and download apps where charges apply tap the price and follow the on screen instructions To change the auto update settings tap Settings Auto update apps and then select an option 36 Applications Managing apps Uninstalling or disabling apps On the Apps screen tap EDIT The icon appears on the apps that you can disable or uninstall Select an app and tap DISABLE or OK Alternatively on the Apps screen tap Settings Applications Application manager select an app and then tap DISABLE or UNINSTALL e DISABLE Disable selected default apps that cannot be uninstalled from the device e UNINSTALL Uninstall downloaded apps Enabling apps On the Apps screen tap Settings Applications Application manager scroll to DISABLED select an app and then tap ENABLE Phone Introduction Make or answer voice and video calls Making calls 1 Tap Phone on the Apps screen 2 Enter a phone number If the keypad does not appear on the screen tap to open the keypad 37 Applications 3 Single SIM models Tap to make a voice call or tap to make a video c
50. s while you are chatting Google Search quickly for items on the Internet or your device Voice Search Search quickly for items by saying a keyword or phrase Google Settings Configure settings for some features provided by Google 65 Settings Introduction Customize settings for functions and apps You can make your device more personalized by configuring various setting options On the Apps screen tap Settings To search for settings by entering keywords tap SEARCH To edit the list of frequently used settings tap EDIT Then tick items to add or deselect items to remove Wi Fi Connecting to a Wi Fi network Activate the Wi Fi feature to connect to a Wi Fi network and access the Internet or other network devices a Turn off Wi Fi to save the battery when not in use 1 On the Settings screen tap Wi Fi and then tap the switch to activate it 2 Select a network from the Wi Fi networks list Networks that require a password appear with a lock icon 3 Tap CONNECT a Once the device connects to a Wi Fi network the device will reconnect to that network each time it is available without requiring a password To prevent the device connecting to the network automatically select it from the list of networks and tap FORGET 66 Settings Wi Fi Direct Wi Fi Direct connects devices directly via a Wi Fi network without requiring an access point 1 On the Settings screen tap Wi Fi and then tap th
51. screen e e Power key Recents key WS _ O Home key l J ee Back key Microphone T 7 Multipurpose jack Headset jack GPS antenna G 5 Flash L Ser Loud speaker e Volume key Back cover _ e Rear camera _ J e Main antenna Basics a Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects This may cause connectivity problems or drain the battery Using a Samsung approved screen protector is recommended Unapproved screen protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction Do not allow water to contact the touchscreen The touchscreen may malfunction in humid conditions or when exposed to water Keys Key Function ee Press and hold to turn the device on or off Press to turn on or lock the screen Recents e Tap to open the list of recent apps Press to turn on the screen while the screen is locked 1 Home Press to return to the Home screen Press and hold to launch Google Back Tap to return to the previous screen Volume e Press to adjust the device volume Basics Battery Installing the battery 1 Remove the back cover XS TIT zu AN Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover N Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively Doing so may damage the cover 2 Insert the battery with the battery s gold colored contacts properly aligned with the devices contacts Basics 3 Replace the back cover
52. sfer the image to If the device you want to pair with is not in the list request that the device turns on its visibility option 4 Accept the Bluetooth connection request on the other device Unpairing Bluetooth devices 1 Tap Bluetooth on the Settings screen The device displays the paired devices in the list 2 Tap X next to the device name to unpair 3 Tap Unpair Airplane mode This disables all wireless functions on your device You can use only non network services On the Settings screen tap Airplane mode 69 Settings Mobile hotspot and tethering Use the device as amobile hotspot to share the devices mobile data connection with other devices when the network connection is not available Connections can be made via Wi Fi USB or Bluetooth On the Settings screen tap Mobile hotspot and tethering D You may incur additional charges when using this feature Mobile Hotspot Use the mobile hotspot to share the devices mobile data connection with computers or other devices Bluetooth tethering Use Bluetooth tethering to share the devices mobile data connection with computers or other devices via Bluetooth USB tethering Use USB tethering to share the device s mobile data connection with a computer via USB When connected to a computer the device is used as a wireless modem for the computer Using the mobile hotspot Use your device as a mobile hotspot to share your device s mobile data connection wit
53. swipe to the left tap and then select an app To add a shortcut to a contact on the Home screen swipe to the right and tap To delete a shortcut from the Home screen tap EDIT and select an app or contact with Accessibility Configure various settings to improve accessibility to the device On the Settings screen tap Accessibility e Vision Customize the settings to improve accessibility for visually impaired users Hearing Customize the settings to improve accessibility for users with hearing impairment Dexterity and interaction Customize the settings to improve accessibility for users who have reduced dexterity Direct access Set the device to open selected accessibility menus when you press the Home key three times quickly 76 Settings Notification reminder Set the device to alert you to notifications that you have not checked at the interval Answering and ending calls Change the method of answering or ending calls Single tap mode Set the device to control incoming calls or notifications by tapping the button instead of dragging it Services View accessibility services installed on the device Accounts Add your Samsung and Google accounts or other accounts to sync with Adding accounts Some apps used on your device require a registered account Create accounts to have the best experience with your device 1 On the Settings screen tap Accounts Add account 2 Select an account servi
54. t change the input language to one of the supported languages Enter uppercase For all caps tap Delete a preceding character it twice t Enter punctuation marks S n H TR Break to the next line Change the keyboard settings Enter a space Changing the input language Tap X Select input languages and then select the languages to use When you select two or more languages you can switch between the input languages by swiping to the left or right on the space key Changing the keyboard layout Tap 1 select a language under Input languages and then select a keyboard layout to use On 3x4 keyboard a key has three or four characters To enter a character tap the corresponding key repeatedly until the desired character appears 30 Basics Additional keyboard functions Tap and hold 2 to use various functions Other icons may appear instead of the 4 icon depending on the last function that was used e amp Enter text by voice I Start or pause entering text by voice e Change the keyboard settings Open the keyboard Enter emoticons Copying and pasting 1 Tap and hold over text 2 Drag or amp to select the desired text or tap Select all to select all text 3 Tap Copy or Cut The selected text is copied to the clipboard 4 Tap and hold where the text is to be inserted and tap Paste 31 Basics Screen capture Capture a screenshot while using the d
55. tap Language and input Language Select a display language for all menus and apps Default keyboard Select a default keyboard type for text input Samsung keyboard Change the Samsung keyboard settings Google voice typing Change the voice input settings e Voice input Select a default voice input service You can also change settings for each service Text to speech options Change the text to speech settings Pointer speed Adjust the pointer speed for the mouse or trackpad connected to your device 78 Settings Battery View battery power information and change power saving options On the Settings screen tap Battery The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs out Usage time left may vary depending on your device settings and operating conditions BATTERY USAGE View the amount of battery power consumed by your device Power saving mode Activate power saving mode and change the settings for power saving mode Refer to Power saving mode for more information Ultra power saving mode Extend standby time and reduce battery consumption by displaying a simpler layout and allowing limited access to an app Refer to Ultra power saving mode for more information Battery power optimization Save battery power by managing your apps You can also view a list of apps that are consuming an excessive amount of battery power Show power on status bar Set the device to display the remaining
56. tap Phone MORE Settings Call rejection Rejection messages enter a message and then tap Missed calls If a call is missed the amp icon appears on the status bar Open the notification panel to view the list of missed calls Alternatively on the Apps screen tap Phone LOG to view missed calls 39 Applications Options during calls During a voice call The following actions are available Add call Dial a second call Extra volume Increase the volume Bluetooth Switch to a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the device HOLD Hold a call Tap RESUME CALL to retrieve the held call Speaker Activate or deactivate the speakerphone When using the speakerphone keep the device away from your ears Keypad Hide Open or close the keypad Mute Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you Email Send an email Message Send a message Internet Browse webpages e Contacts Open the contacts list S Planner Open the calendar Memo Create a memo e End the current call During a video call Tap the screen to use the following options S Switch between the front and rear cameras End the current call S Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you 40 Applications Contacts Introduction Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device Adding contacts Creating contacts manually 1 Tap Contacts on the Apps screen
57. tion feature On the Apps screen tap Smart Manager CLEAN ALL The quick optimization feature improves device performance through the following actions e Identifying apps that use excessive battery power and clearing some memory e Deleting unnecessary files and closing apps running in the background Scanning for malware 54 Applications Using the Smart manager On the Apps screen tap Smart Manager and select a feature Battery Check the remaining battery power and time to use the device For devices with low battery levels conserve battery power by activating power saving features and closing apps that are consuming an excessive amount of battery power The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs out Usage time left may vary depending on your device settings and operating conditions Storage Check the status of used and available memory capacity You can delete unused and residual files or uninstall apps that you do not use any more RAM Check the amount of available RAM You can close background apps and reduce the amount of RAM you are using to speed up your device Device security Check the devices security status This feature scans your device for malware 53 Applications S Planner Introduction Manage your schedule by entering upcoming events or tasks in your planner Creating events 1 2 Tap S Planner on the Apps screen Tap or double tap a date
58. uced Some devices especially those that are not tested or approved by the Bluetooth SIG may be incompatible with your device Do not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes for example pirating copies of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth feature Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 1 On the Settings screen tap Bluetooth and then tap the switch to activate it The detected devices are listed 2 Select a device to pair with If your device has paired with the device before tap the device name without confirming the auto generated passkey If the device you want to pair with is not in the list request that the device turns on its visibility option Refer to the other devices user manuals a Your device is visible to other devices while the Bluetooth settings screen is open 3 Accept the Bluetooth connection request on your device to confirm The devices will be connected when the other device accepts the Bluetooth connection request 68 Settings Sending and receiving data Many apps support data transfer via Bluetooth You can share data such as contacts or media files with other Bluetooth devices The following actions are an example of sending an image to another device 1 Tap Gallery on the Apps screen 2 Select an image 3 Tap Share Bluetooth and then select a device to tran
59. vated Call in progress Missed call New text or multimedia message Alarm activated Mute mode activated Vibration mode activated 26 Basics Icon Meaning A Airplane mode activated A Error occurred or caution required 9 Battery power level Lock screen Pressing the Power key turns off the screen and locks it Also the screen turns off and automatically locks ifthe device is not used for a specified period To unlock the screen press the Power key or the Home key and swipe in any direction You can change the way that you lock the screen to prevent others from accessing your personal information On the Apps screen tap Settings Lock screen and security Screen lock type and then select a screen lock method The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it a If the unlock code is forgotten take the device to a Samsung Service Center to reset it Pattern Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more and then draw the pattern again to verify it Set a backup PIN to unlock the screen when you forget the pattern 2 Basics PIN A PIN consists of numbers only Enter at least four numbers and then enter the password again to verify it Password A password consists of characters and numbers Enter at least four characters including numbers and symbols and then enter the password again to verify it Notification panel Using the notification panel When you receive new notifications su

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